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Assisting the Engineering department in ensuring that all equipment and machinery are running properly in all guest rooms and public space areas, while ensuring the budget and payroll is strictly monitored.

Compensation: $85,000.00 - $90,000.00 per annum plus bonus

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESinclude the following:

Responsible for working closely with all departments to coordinate the preventive maintenance program for guest rooms, public areas and safety systems
Responsible for helping prepare and controlling the annual Engineering budget and assisting in the preparation of the Capital Expenditures
Responsible for the Energy management system and monitoring the utility costs
Responsible for supervising and directing the Engineering staff
Responsible for ensuring prompt and immediate response to maintenance requests for the guests, staff and management of the hotel
Responsible for recruiting, scheduling, payroll, and training and development of all Engineering Colleagues
Assist the department health, safety and training programs and through compliance and be a key member of the Hotels Emergency Response Team
Responsible to ensure that the hotel is in compliance with all municipal, provincial and federal regulations as it relates to the operational functions, as well as fire and safety programs
Responsible for the contractors and trades that are carrying out maintenance work on the hotels physical plant and equipment
Responsible for renovations of the hotel properties which may include getting prices for budgets, preparing a Scope of Work and acting as Project Manager
Required to be available by phone for emergency response purposes

Qualifications

Minimum three (3) years experience as a Engineering Manager in a similar sized hotel or a similar position in a large unionized heritage building
Engineering degree/diploma and or valid trade qualification required
Knowledgeable in all Regulations such as Building Codes, Fire & Health Dept
Excellent interpersonal written and verbal communication skills
Must be highly skilled in reading and working with blueprints
Highly organized, result driven with the ability to be flexible, work well under pressure and a strong level of initiative required
Must be computer literate and familiar with Computerized Building Automation Programs, Maintenance Software, Auto CAD, and the Office Workplace package
Must lead by example by displaying a high standard of performance with ability to communicate these expectations to the team to achieve results
Must be highly safety conscious and actively involved in maintaining a safe working environment throughout the hotel

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

The Plaza, A Fairmont Managed Hotel

For more than 100 years, The Plaza has been the New York hotel to see and be seen. Kings, presidents, and stars of stage and screen have all gathered and stayed at The Plaza. The most lavish social affairs, as well as classic Hollywood films have all used the legendary hotel as their setting. Located at Fifth Avenue and Central Park South, this luxury hotel was constructed in the most fashionable residential section of New York City.

From its original 19th century construction to its magnificent $450 million dollar restoration in 2008, the world’s most famous hotel has had a remarkable history. While traditions remain, such as the opulent grandeur of the Beaux-Arts décor and the iconic Afternoon Tea in The Palm Court, exciting new offerings at this legendary hotel include the elegant Champagne Bar, the stylish Rose Club, The Todd English Food Hall, and The Plaza Food Hall. The Plaza Hotel offers 282 distinctive guestrooms, including 102 luxurious suites, which boast the largest square footage of any luxury hotel in New York City. For suite guests, The Plaza is pleased to offer Butler Service 24 hours a day.

Address	768 5th Avenue, New York, NY 10019
Property Type	Hotel
# Jobs	7

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